Charlie Callas
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Charlie Callas (born December 20, 1924) is an American comedian and actor most commonly known for his work with Mel Brooks, Jerry Lewis, and Dean Martin. Familiar from his many appearances on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, he is known for his rubbery face, trademark nervous chattering and dark comedy. He appeared on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In at various times as "Captain Weird", a parody of superheroes.
Callas was born in Brooklyn, New York and served in the United States Army during World War II. He began his career as a drummer playing in groups with Tommy Dorsey, Claude Thornhill, and Buddy Rich. He is currently married to Eve Velac and has two children.
[edit] Partial Filmography
- Dracula: Dead and Loving It (1995) — Man in Straitjacket
- Silk Stalkings (TV) (1993) — El Cid
- Amazon Women on the Moon (1987) — Himself
- The Dom DeLuise Show (TV) (1987) — Charlie
- History of the World: Part I (1981) — Soothsayer
- Legends of the Superheroes (1979) — Sinestro
- High Anxiety (1977) — Cocker Spaniel
- Pete's Dragon (1977) (voice) — Elliott
- Silent Movie (1976) — Blindman
- The Big Mouth (1967) — Rex
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Categories: Comedian stubs | American comedians | American stand-up comedians | American film actors | American television actors | American jazz musicians | Jazz drummers | United States Army soldiers | American military personnel of World War II | People from Brooklyn | Greek-Americans | 1924 births | Living people
